How to Teach Data Science to Kids: 20 Hands-On Projects for Ages 6-13

Learn how to teach data science to kids ages 6-13 with 20 hands-on projects. From sorting games to Python basics, organized by skill level.

January 17, 2026

Discover more adventures to build your skills in this area. Continue your learning journey with these hands-on experiences.

Trailblazer / Innovator / ~2 hrs

Turn everyday observations into a real data investigation. Kids design a question, spot patterns, and share a surprising story hidden in numbers.

Explorer / Beginner / ~45 mins

Kids turn everyday observations into real data, then hunt for patterns and surprises. A playful first data science quest for curious beginners.

Pathfinder / Builder / ~1 hrs 30 mins

Be a game-data sleuth: analyze player stats, build a scoreboard that tells the game's story, and spot balance issues, tricks, or bugs.

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